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Experience the best of Ethiopia’s wild parks and historic highlands accompanied by your knowledgeable AWF guide.
Arrive in Addis Ababa International Airport and transfer to the Sheraton Addis Hotel. Meet your African Wildlife Foundation leader – Carter Smith or Craig R. Sholley – and fellow travelers for a briefing on your journey ahead. Carter Smith and Craig R. Sholley share a passion for wildlife conservation in Africa which has spanned decades. From Carter’s years living in the bush rehabilitating birds of prey and working closely with Sir Iain Douglas-Hamilton on Save the Elephants, to Craig’s work studying Mountain gorillas with Dian Fossey at Rwanda’s celebrated Karisoke Research Centre, acting as scientific advisor for the award-winning IMAX film, Mountain Gorilla, and most recently, serving as senior vice president of AWF, they each have a long-standing love affair with this spectacular continent making them the perfect guides for your adventure. Accommodation: Sheraton Addis or similar
After a leisurely morning, venture into the city to visit national sites, including the Holy Trinity Church and the National Museum. Visit a local market and enjoy a traditional coffee ceremony. Accommodation: Sheraton Addis or similar
This morning, take a private charter flight to Goba and enjoy a scenic drive through the national park to Bale Mountain Lodge, a conservation enterprise lodge supported by AWF. Bale Mountains National Park is a premier destination for wildlife enthusiasts, hikers, birdwatchers, and cultural explorers. Hike the local hagenia forest and drive over the high plateau in search of the rare Ethiopian wolf. With fewer than 400 of these wolves remaining, they are the most endangered carnivore in all of Africa. Accommodation: Bale Mountain Lodge or similar
After an early breakfast, return to Goba for your private charter flight to the historic city of Gondar. After a brief city tour, drive to the breathtaking Simien Mountains National Park, with views often compared to the Grand Canyon. Limalimo Lodge is a conservation enterprise lodge developed by AWF and is perched on the edge of the escarpment to take full advantage of the panoramic views. Look for the critically endangered walia ibex and meander through enormous troops of gelada monkeys, casually photographing as you walk amongst them. You will also visit an AWF Classroom Africa school, which provides access to high-quality primary education for the local children. Accommodation: LimaLimo Lodge or similar
This morning, depart by road and arrive in Bahir Dar in time for lunch on the shores of Lake Tana. In the afternoon, take a boat tour to visit the local monasteries of Lake Tana, taking in their vibrant colors and learning of their rich history. Accommodation: Kuriftu Resort & Spa or similar
On your final full day, board a private charter flight to Lalibela, home to one of the world’s most astounding sacred sites. Nearly a dozen subterranean churches, each carved entirely out of a single block of stone centuries ago, continue to be in use today. Religious ritual is central to life in this town of 10,000 inhabitants — with more than 1,000 of them being priests. Enjoy lunch at Ben Abeba, which offers spectacular views, before flying onward to Addis for dinner and overnight at the Sheraton Addis. Accommodation: Sheraton Addis or similar
* Travel by private transfer, 4WD safari vehicle and light aircraft
* 10 nights accommodation in premium hotels and lodges
All breakfasts, 9 lunches, 10 dinners
Clients who have specialist dietary requirements should contact us in advance
of travel to discuss if they can be accommodated. Generally in Ethiopia they
are not as familiar with gluten or lactose free diets.
* Travel by private transfer, 4WD safari vehicle and light aircraft
* 10 nights accommodation in premium hotels and lodges
This trip has been graded 1: Leisurely with a Safari Rating of 3
This is a busy and active trip with some early starts as we explore as much
as we can of this wonderful country. We maximise our time by travelling
using private charter flights.
Please note that a baggage restriction of 20kgs per person is applicable on
all flights in small, soft-sided bags. We take 4 private charter flights on
this itinerary.
Hotels and Lodges
*Sheraton Addis*
Located in the heart of the Ethiopian capital, Sheraton Addis sits on a
hilltop overlooking the city, nestled between the National Palace and the
prime minister’s residence. This 5-star hotel mixes African refinement with
modern accents and boasts glittering pools with underwater music, an
indulgent spa menu of soothing massages at Aqva Club, and several gourmet
restaurants. 24-hour service and fine amenities await and all rooms and
suites are designed with exceptional comfort and personalized attention in
mind. All rooms feature individually-controlled air conditioning, an
electronic, in-room safe, flat-screen TV, mini-bar,
marble bathrooms, plush bathrobes, slippers, Luxury Collection amenities,
and free bottled water, coffee, and tea.
*Bale Mountain Lodge*
Bale Mountain Lodge is an eight-room boutique wilderness lodge set in the
pristine wilderness of Bale Mountains National Park. The central lodge blends
beautifully into its hilly surroundings and features a traditional 'tukul'
dining area that overlooks the sweeping vistas of the valley and mountains
beyond. All lodge ‘menyetta-bets’ (guest-rooms) are spacious and
comfortable with a wood-burning stove in each room to provide warmth and a
cozy atmosphere. Furniture is locally manufactured using sustainable wood,
and all soft furnishings are locally-sourced and are of the highest quality
with an emphasis on comfort with Ethiopian style. To help protect the unique
surrounding habitats, the lodge uses eco-friendly practices for
micro-hydropower, water, and waste management.
*LimaLimo Lodge*
Perched on the edge of the escarpment, Limalimo Lodge is the perfect home
base for exploring Ethiopia's Simien Mountains National Park. Combining
simple luxury and elegant design in a stunning setting, the lodge promotes
sustainable tourism with minimal environmental impact and provides new
opportunities to the local community. The bar, restaurant, and terrace
provide breathtaking views along the Simien escarpment and give you plenty of
space to relax in, including an inviting fire pit for cool evenings. The
communal areas are an ideal place to spot wildlife. Eagles, vultures, and
many more soar past; Gelada monkeys, klipspringers, jackal, and leopards
amongst others are often spotted from Limalimo. Guest rooms are scattered
amongst the trees below the bar and restaurant area and reached by winding
paths. All rooms have views of the surrounding landscape.
*Kuriftu Resort & Spa*
Breathtaking landscapes encompass the resort and guests can enjoy an outdoor
pool and sunbathing terrace that overlooks gorgeous Lake Tana. An organic spa
and gourmet restaurants are the perfect places to relax after a full day of
exploration. Each room has air-conditioning, desk, safe, TV, bathrobe,
slippers, toiletries and a coffee maker. 
All breakfasts, 9 lunches, 10 dinners
Clients who have specialist dietary requirements should contact us in advance
of travel to discuss if they can be accommodated. Generally in Ethiopia they
are not as familiar with gluten or lactose free diets.
Transport includes private transfers and private charter flight
The main rains come between June and late September, and while
November tends to be one of the coolest months of the year it is also
generally one of the clearest. January and February will be hotter and much
drier and the landscape is likely to be more arid and dusty than in October
and November, which can still be quite lush and colourful after the rains.
* Travel insurance
* Single accommodation (available on request)
* Visas or vaccinations
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